Pastor Mani is a former Hindu priest who came to faith in Jesus Christ through a powerful revelation of the Gospel. During a time of deep personal anguish, while in the hospital as his father suffered from stage-four cancer, the Holy Spirit encountered him, transforming his life and calling him to Christ.

He pursued formal theological education, earning both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Theology. He is currently continuing his studies by pursuing a Master of Theology (ThM) at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.

Pastor Mani and his wife faithfully serve together at Arise City Church. They are blessed with two sons, Abdiel and Hilkiah.